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GT Educational Center, established in 1995, and is approved by Illinois Board of Higher Education, Division of Private business and Vocational Schools and accredited by CEA. We offer students from around the globe quality English language instruction for pursuing their future goals and provide them with a caring and professional learning experience. To achieve our mission an intellectually stimulating curriculum has been developed with an emphasis on equipping students with language skills as well as giving them an opportunity to immerse themselves into the American language and culture. Our courses are taught at beginner to advanced levels on a year round basis by highly qualified instructors. By using a student-centered, communicative teaching approach and utilizing carefully selected course materials we are able to target a variety of learning styles for our diverse student community. We promote intercultural awareness among our students by encouraging collaborative learning. GT Educational Center is deeply committed to building confidence, motivating and empowering our students by helping them gain proficiency in the English language.

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Our General English program is designed to provide the non-native student with the necessary language skills and basic information needed to succeed in becoming a self-supporting member of the global society. The General English program teaches English for everyday living and to function successfully in personal, professional and academic environments.

Graduates of this program acquire sufficient English to pursue education in an American post-secondary, degree granting, institution.

The certificate program is 1260 clock hours in total length. The number of hours is dictated by the necessity of providing students with the full range of language skills and information needed to succeed in overcoming cultural and linguistic challenges.

The program is divided into seven separate courses. Each course is eight weeks long (180+ hours).

Each course meets for a total of 18 to 25 hours per week.

Entrance Requirements

To be admitted, applicants are required to take a placement test to demonstrate their English proficiency.

The program includes the following courses:

Course specific information can be found in our Course Catalog on our website.

Students are placed into the course appropriate for their level of proficiency through our comprehensive placement test upon application. There is no per-requisite for the Low Beginner course.

You can check the academic calendar on our site to see when these courses will be available. Tuition total is provided per eight week session.

Other Programs Services Accommodation (Housing) Services-Dormitories available on campus.

Extracurricular Activities-Pizza parties and trips around the area and beyond are offered periodically. We also give our students plenty of suggestions on what to do around town and beyond. Check our events calendar to see what's going on this month.

Financial Assistance-GT offers students tuition payment plan options, interest free. Students registering directly with us can ask about financial assistance.

Tutorial Services- Struggling in class? You can ask for extra help. Tutoring is offered for a minimal fee. Inquire at the office.

University/College Placement Assistance-We can help students understand the US college system and assist with your decision to continue on to a US college or University. We even work with several universities in the area who offer TOEFL waivers to our students. Just ask us.

Student IDs-photo IDs are available at the main Skokie campus. IDs often allow students to receive discounts for select businesses, including museums and attractions around town.

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homestays,off-campus

On campus Dormitory

Urban apartment style, dormitory housing is available on and next to the campus. In the center of Chicago, live and study in the exciting world-class city.

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816 S Michigan Ave

Chicago, IL 60605

Balbo Ave & 9th St

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GT Educational Center 816 S. Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60605, Chicago, Illinois 60605, USA

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Course description

The GE program teaches English for everyday living and to function successfully in personal, professional and academic environments. It's designed to provide the non-native student with the necessary language skills and basic information needed to succeed in becoming a self-supporting member of the global society. Graduates of this program acquire sufficient English to pursue education in an American post-secondary, degree granting, institution. The certificate program is 1260 clock hours in length. The number of hours is dictated by the necessity of providing students with the full range of language skills and information needed to succeed in overcoming cultural and linguistic challenges. The GE program is divided into seven separate courses. Each course is conducted for a total of 180 hours. Each course meets for a total of 22.5 hours per week over 8 weeks. A placement test is required to ensure the student begins at the proper level. This program includes the following courses: Low Beginner Beginner High Beginner Low Intermediate Intermediate High Intermediate Advanced

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Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary, Grammar and Activities

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Choose GT and enjoy the benefits of: Immersive education in a diverse learning environment: GT has students from over forty different countries all under one roof. Qualified instructors who understand you: all of GT's instructors are certified and many have been overseas to learn a foreign language, so they know what it’s like. Amazing location in beautiful downtown Chicago: the school is a short walk away from Lake Michigan and all the amenities that the city has to offer. GT Educational Center, established in 1995, and is approved by Illinois Board of Higher Education, Division of Private Business and Vocational Schools and accredited by CEA. We offer students from around the globe quality English language instruction for pursuing their future goals and provide them with a caring and professional learning experience. To achieve our mission an intellectually stimulating curriculum has been developed with an emphasis on equipping students with language skills as well as giving them an opportunity to immerse themselves into the American language and culture. Our courses are taught at beginner to advanced levels on a year-round basis by highly qualified instructors. By using a student-centered, communicative teaching approach and utilizing carefully selected course materials we are able to target a variety of learning styles for our diverse student community. We promote intercultural awareness among our students by encouraging collaborative learning. GT Educational Center is deeply committed to building confidence, motivating and empowering our students by helping them gain proficiency in the English language.

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• Free Internet
• Cultural Trips
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GT has partnerships with the following universities and colleges in USA. You can gain full or conditional acceptance into one of these institutions.

Nationality and age mix

The nationality and age mix at GT Educational Center varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 24. In the summer, the average age is 21.

GT teaches students from all over the world, including:

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GT is located downtown Chicago, on the famous Michigan Avenue. We are across the street from Grant Park and within walking distance to world class museums, monuments, restaurants, and other famous attractions in Chicago. Public transportation is just outside as well in case you want to venture further. It is the perfect location for an urban study abroad experience.

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"it’s a good deal for learning english and meeting people from all over the world.".

What I like the most is that they have really good teachers who are very interested in your learning process. The location in downtown is great since you can walk around and easily find museums, parks, shopping centers, etc.

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"Highly educational experience"

I think I was really lucky because I had some fantastic classmates, not to mention my wonderful teacher Shawna, who with her professionalism and kindness made every single lesson unforgettable. Personally I can say that everything was perfect.

Thank you for your feedback! We're extremely happy that you had such a great learning experience with us!

Everyone is so helpful and fun. In the first day you enter in a class that coincides with your ability. In the first day we got a little party with foods after the class, and got to know the other students and practice English a lot. Jon Roller, the teacher for my class, was always open to questions and thought us so much stuff about the american English language and culture. The clerks of the office could answer all my questions and promptly helped my needs. I don't have nothing to complain about. The location is perfect, and we have access to the neighbour university facilities.

Homestays are carefully selected and offer students the opportunity to learn more about the local culture in a comfortable setting while studying English in Chicago. These homes are often between 25 - 70 minutes away from the school by public transport. Families usually offer affordable meal plans that allow you to sample the local cuisine. If you have special requests or diet restrictions (because of religion or health reasons), please let us know in advance. Your housing starts on the Sunday before your first day of class and ends on the Saturday after your last day of class, unless otherwise noted. Learn more about homestay housing

Homestay - Single-person room - Breakfast and dinner

Student residences are more suitable for an independent student, who is looking for clean, basic accommodation at an economic price. All students must be 17 - 100. Your housing starts on the Sunday before your first day of class and ends on the Saturday after your last day of class, unless otherwise noted. Student residences often do not include any meal plan. Learn more about student residence accommodation

Dormitory - 2-person shared room

Student residence (off-campus) - single-person room - no meals, dormitory - single-person room, visa support.

We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.

If you are studying full time in the United States for more than 18 hours per week, you will receive an I-20 that you need to submit to the US embassy along with your F-1 student visa application. The I-20 has a SEVIS tracking number on it. Students who wish to apply for a student visa must pay the SEVIS fee online before going to the US embassy or consulate for their visa interview.

Your I-20 will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you.

Please note that United States law states that an I-20 can only be issued to students who intend to pursue full-time English language studies. United States law does not permit students to study part-time with an F-1 Student Visa. If you are studying for less than 18 hours per week, you have to apply for a Visitor Visa (B1/B2) on your own.

Learn more about how to get a US student visa »

Flights and airport transfer

Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com , a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to Chicago based on your budget, schedule and preferences.

Travel insurance

Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.

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